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Waste Connections

Heavy Equipment Operator

5177-E Texas Regional Landfill

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
3 Nov 2026

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Heavy Equipment Operator – Henderson, Texas

Waste Connections | $22.00-26.00/hr. Depending on experience|

Full-Time + OT + Benefits

Join Waste Connections as a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Landfill in Henderson, TX and help us keep the community clean, safe, and moving forward. Whether you’ve got years of experience or are ready to learn, we’re looking for hard-working folks who take pride in what they do.

💰 What We Offer:

  • $22.00 - 26.00/hour + consistent overtime 10+ hr. days Monday - Friday
  • Boot allowance + safety bonuses
  • Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance, FSA)
  • Year-round, steady work
  • Career advancement and promotion opportunities

🛠️ Job Duties:

  • Operate compactor to spread and compact trash
  • Use dozer for daily cover and grading
  • Excavate soil using an excavator
  • Maintain haul roads using a grader
  • Haul soil and assist with other general landfill duties

✅ Requirements:

  • 1+ year experience operating light or heavy equipment
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and able to complete basic daily reports
  • Landfill or waste industry experience is a plus — not required
  • Must be able to lift/push/pull 50–75+ lbs.
  • Strict adherence to safety guidelines is required

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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